GLUE LINE GUIDE Clamp Time Is Dependent on Wood Species, Support Hot Line If You Have a Question About Moisture Content and Environmental Conditions

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The following information pertains to all Assembly Time Titebond wood glues with the exception of Assembly time refers to the time lapse Titebond Polyurethane Glue. For additional between glue spreading and application information about Titebond Polyurethane of pressure. Glue, please see label or call Tech Service 1-800-347-GLUE. Chalk Temperature In a wood glue, the particles of adhesive Optimum Conditions are suspended in water. When it dries, the We recommend that the moisture content of loss of water pulls the particles together the wood be between 6-8% and the relative with enough force to form a continuous humidity be between 40-50%. adhesive film. If the drying temperature is below a critical point, the effect of the water General Clamp Pressure evaporation is not enough to pull the particles For softwoods (pine): 100-150 psi into a continuous film. The particles are For medium density woods not joined together and are left in the joint. (cherry, soft maple): 150-200 psi The dried film in the joint will appear whiter For hardwoods than normal. This is known as “chalking” Technical Support (oak, birch): 200-300 psi and the critical temperature is the “chalk Since 1935, Franklin International has backed temperature.” When chalking occurs, the its products with the highest degree of techni- Clamp Time glued joint loses strength. cal support in the industry. Call our Technical GLUE LINE GUIDE Clamp time is dependent on wood species, Support Hot Line if you have a question about moisture content and environmental conditions. any of our products. For edge & face gluing: 2-4 hours Freeze-Thaw Stability Cure time on most glues: 24 hours Freeze-thaw stability means that the product 1-800-347-GLUE (4583) will go through 5 freeze-thaw cycles before Do not use metal tools with any Titebond becoming unusable. Some wood glues will Compliments of your quality Franklin dealer: wood glue. Iron may contaminate the glue have a “cottage cheese” look after one freez- and darken the glue line. Iron will not, ing. When this happens, stirring will bring however, adversely affect the strength the glue back to a normal thickness. of the glue.

Care should be taken to ensure a tight fit between wood pieces with no saw marks and no burnishing of the surfaces to be glued.

Clamps should be positioned a minimum of 1 1/2-2 inches in from sides and evenly spaced at 8-12 inches throughout piece. Franklin International Construction Products Division • 2020 Bruck Street Columbus, Ohio 43207 • 614-443-0241

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FF 128 (rev. 1/99) Product Uses Type Sizes Rate Of Strength Development Bond Strength (ASTM D-905) Assembly Time Chalk Temperature Use Temperature VOC (less water) Freeze/thaw stable Shelf Life Clean-up Minutes Pounds Temperature Strength Wood Failure After Gluing Application

R Can be used on wood, hardboard, high Aliphatic 4 oz 3 185 70°F* 3600 psi 77% 5 minutes 50°-55°F above 50°F 10.7 g/L Yes 2 years Water when wet, Titebond Original Wood Glue pressure laminates, particleboard, Resin 8 oz 5 319 150°F* 1600 psi 10% sand when dry The industry’s first aliphatic resin glue that has been the leather, supported vinyl, cloth, paper and 16 oz 10 550 professional’s choice for over 40 years. It provides a strong many other porous materials. 32 oz initial tack and fast speed of set to reduce clamp time. gallon 5 gallon Titebond Original also develops a bond stronger than wood, drum offers excellent sandability and is unaffected by finishes.

R For use on wood-to-wood and on most Crosslinking 4 oz 3 207 70°F* 3750 psi 72% 5 minutes 55°-60°F above 55°F 13.7 g/L Yes 3-4 years Water when wet, Titebond II Premium Wood Glue other porous materials where a water Polyaliphatic 8 oz 5 354 150°F* 1750 psi 6% sand when dry The only leading brand, one-part wood glue that passes ANSI resistant glue is required. Emulsion 16 oz 10 591 Type II water-resistance. It is ideal for exterior woodworking Limitations: Titebond II passes Type II 32 oz water-resistance tests. Titebond II is gallon projects, including outdoor furniture, birdhouses, mailboxes, not recommended for continuous 5 gallon and picnic tables. Titebond II Premium provides a strong submersion or for use below the drum initial tack, fast speed of set, superior strength and excellent waterline. Because of the variances in sandability. It is FDA approved for indirect food contact and is the surfaces of treated lumber, it is a good idea to test for adhesion first. ideal for radio frequency (R-F) gluing systems.

R Can be used on wood, hardboard, high Aliphatic 8 oz 3 185 70°F* 3600 psi 77% 5 minutes 50°-55°F above 50°F 10.7 g/L Yes 2 years Water when wet, Titebond Dark Wood Glue pressure laminates, particleboard, Resin 16 oz 5 319 150°F* 1600 psi 10% sand when dry A special formula that combines all the outstanding leather, supported vinyl, cloth, paper gallon 10 550 qualities of Titebond Original with a darker glue line. It and many other porous materials. 5 gallon provides a strong initial tack and fast speed of set to reduce clamp time. Titebond Dark also develops a bond stronger than the wood itself, offers excellent sandability and is unaffected by finishes.

R Ideal for finish trim, crown molding, Thixotropic 4 oz 3 162 70°F* 3582 psi 8% 3-5 minutes 50°-55°F above 55°F 9.8 g/L Yes 1 year Water when wet, Titebond Wood Molding Glue baseboards, window casings and other Polyvinyl 8 oz 5 253 150°F* 800 psi 0% sand when dry GLUE TheLINE thickest, GUIDE fastest-drying glue available for use with porous applications requiring a professional- Acetate 16 oz and semi-porous materials. It provides a strong initial tack strength, no-run wood glue. and fast speed of set, yet allows realignment of working pieces. Titebond Wood Molding also develops a bond stronger than wood, offers excellent sandability and is unaffected by finishes.

R Can be used on wood, hardboard, high Natural 4 oz 3 105 70°F* 3591 psi 77% 10 minutes NA above 50°F 0 g/L Yes 1 year Water when Titebond Liquid Hide Glue pressure laminates, particleboard, Protein 8 oz 5 147 150°F* 3916 psi 64% wet or dry The first hide glue to be offered in a liquid, ready-to-use form. leather, supported vinyl, cloth, paper and Emulsion 32 oz Professional woodworkers use Titebond Liquid Hide for its many other porous materials. Also 5 gallon long assembly time, exceptional strength and unique crackling used to create a “crackling” effect on wood and other surfaces. effect on wood. Its sensitivity to moisture allows for easy disassembly of parts, a critical benefit in antique restoration or the repair of musical instruments.

R Versatile performance! Ideal for wood, Polyurethane 5 oz NA NA70°F* 3510 psi 58% 20 minutes NA above 50°F 0 g/L Yes 1 year Mineral spirits Titebond Polyurethane Glue metal, plastic, ceramics, HPL, stone, 8 oz 150°F* 2515 psi 7% (unopened) when wet, Titebond Polyurethane Glue is a professional-strength, Corian ®and more. 16 oz sand or scrape waterproof glue specifically designed for multi-purpose when dry applications. Twice as thick as traditional polyurethanes, it provides a no-run, no-drip glue line for more precise applications. Titebond Polyurethane is ready-to-use, offers excellent sandability and is unaffected by finishes.

R For use on paper, fabric, wood, pottery, Polyvinyl 4 oz 3 203 70°F* 3689 psi 6% 5 minutes 55°-60°F above 60°F 12.0 g/L Yes 1 year Water when Titebond Home/School Glue cloth, Styrofoam®, yarn, felt, glitter and Acetate 8 oz 5 279 150°F* 1582 psi 0% wet or dry Specifically designed for home, school and craft projects. It is more. gallon 10 424 washable and won’t stain clothing, making it ideal for children of all ages. It is also non-toxic, safe to use and FDA approved for indirect food contact. Titebond Home/School is an all-purpose formula that sets fast and dries clear.

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cal support in the industry. Call our Technical GLUE LINE GUIDE Clamp time is dependent on wood species, Support Hot Line if you have a question about moisture content and environmental conditions. any of our products. For edge & face gluing: 2-4 hours Freeze-Thaw Stability Cure time on most glues: 24 hours Freeze-thaw stability means that the product 1-800-347-GLUE (4583) will go through 5 freeze-thaw cycles before Do not use metal tools with any Titebond becoming unusable. Some wood glues will Compliments of your quality Franklin dealer: wood glue. Iron may contaminate the glue have a “cottage cheese” look after one freez- and darken the glue line. Iron will not, ing. When this happens, stirring will bring however, adversely affect the strength the glue back to a normal thickness. of the glue.

Care should be taken to ensure a tight fit between wood pieces with no saw marks and no burnishing of the surfaces to be glued.

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FF 128 (rev. 1/99)